Research Excellence PhD Studentship - Royal Docks School of Business and Law

University of East London – Research Excellence PhD Studentship (fee waiver)

The University of East London (UEL) is seeking highly qualified and motivated students for Research Excellence PhD Studentships (fee waiver) commencing in July or September 2024. Applications are welcomed from both UK and international candidates.

These prestigious Research Excellence PhD Studentships are integral to UEL's commitment to advancing research volume, quality, and impact, representing an investment in research personnel, culture, and infrastructure. At UEL, PhD researchers will benefit from dedicated supervision and support to ensure timely progress and professional development, including guidance towards publishable outputs.

The comprehensive Researcher Development Programme (RDP) tailored for postgraduate research students at UEL comprises three key strands:

• Researcher-Ready: Focuses on essential skills in research design, theory, ethics, and academic writing.
• Empowering Researchers: Facilitates peer-to-peer mentoring, idea exchange, and community support.
• Pioneering Researchers: Equips students with employability skills, entrepreneurship, and knowledge exchange for diverse career paths.

About the Studentship:

Candidates are invited to propose research addressing global challenges and UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in areas such as:

• AI and disruptive technologies in business management
• Sustainability
• Health and economic inequalities
• International Business Strategy
• Geopolitical tensions and international trade
• Security, conflict, and refugee crisis
• Law, policing, and social justice
• Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Corporate social responsibility and Green Finance
• Regional Development and Glocalization
• Entrepreneurship and innovation

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must hold at least a UK 2:1 honors degree or its equivalent in business, law, or related fields. International candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English (e.g., IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, within two years of application).

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should:

• Submit a 1-page personal statement demonstrating alignment with a specific research topic and potential contributions to the school's research environment.
• Provide a 1-page CV and a research proposal (not exceeding 1500 words).
• Include degree certificates, transcripts, and English language proficiency proof (if applicable).
• Provide details of two referees, with at least one academic referee.

Funding:

The studentship covers a 3-year period with an annual tuition fee waiver of £16,100 (international students) and £6,020 (home students). Candidates must complete the application and admissions process for enrollment in July or September 2024.

Additional Information:

For more information on research at the Royal Docks School of Business and Law, visit:  https://uel.ac.uk/our-research/research-royal-docks-school-business-law-rdsbl

For admissions criteria, refer to: admission-of-students-2023-24.pdf (uel.ac.uk).

For inquiries about the studentships, contact Tayler Henderson, RDSBL Research Administrator (t.henderson2@uel.ac.uk).

Application Deadline: 25th May 2024.

Interviews will be conducted the week commencing 1st July 2024. Successful applicants will be directed to complete the UEL application process.

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